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Rise and shine, Naperville! New roundabouts, the 1518 Dancing Plague onstage, Mardi Gras with Chef Cole, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Safer, smoother intersections ahead: Roundabouts are popping up across the Chicago suburbs, including the Naperville area. IDOT has eight on state routes now, with eleven more planned in three to five years — see where and why.
Cozy staycations near home: Naperville makes winter easy with 18 hotels, seven heated indoor pools, and complimentary breakfasts at familiar spots. March getaways can feature the Riverwalk or Naper Settlement’s Family STEM Night — get all the details.
Hype grows for tasty newcomer: A taste of NYC is coming soon to Naperville as Slyce of NY plans to open with New York-style pizza, street food favorites, chicken wings, and entertainment for locals — get all the details.
Inside the council’s decision: Naperville City Council voted Feb. 4 to reject the Karis Critical Data Center after months of debate, but the developer can still resubmit a revised plan — get all the details.
Gold continues to hold strong: After its best year in decades, gold remains near historic highs as investors look for stability amid inflation and debt. American Hartford has a free guide that covers everything you need to know. They’re also offering up to $25,000 of free silver on qualified accounts – check it out here.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare car insurance rates (it’s free): The average car insurance bill is roughly $175/month. I was paying more until I took a few minutes to compare quotes where I live. I ended up switching and cut my premium in half. Even if you’re not ready to switch, it’s worth checking – this comparison tool makes it easy.
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🫶 We got your back
Founder’s story propels growth: Naperville’s Go Brewing secured new funding from Rich Roll Enterprises with a follow-on from Listen Ventures earlier this month, fueling national retail expansion. The non-alcoholic brand is now in 32 states and over 8,000 stores, including Costco, Kroger, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and Jewel Albertsons. Learn where they’re heading next.
Gain confidence to respond: February is American Heart Month, and Naperville is highlighting hands-only CPR. Most cardiac arrests happen near family, friends, or coworkers, not medics. Starting CPR right away can significantly improve survival. Training is available through the Naperville Fire Department, local schools, healthcare partners, and community organizations. Learn where to get trained.
Fresh hair, zero fuss: At C’zar Salon Spa, the glow-up lives under one roof with precision cuts, custom color, smoothing, facials, nails, and tanning, so you can tame split ends and your mood in a single visit. The result is hair that actually cooperates.
Local carb therapy: DeEtta’s Bakery hand-crafts breads, pastries, and celebration-worthy cakes from real ingredients, perfect for a midweek morale boost. Morning scones, a macaron for later, and a loaf you’ll insist is for dinner… future-you will be glad past-you had taste.
What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
The weight loss game has changed: New GLP-1 medications work with your body’s natural hormones to help reduce appetite and support steady weight loss under medical supervision. Remedy Meds connects you with licensed clinicians online to see if you’re a good candidate. They’ll evaluate your health, provide transparent pricing, and ship medication straight to your door.
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📆 Around town this week
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❤ Mini & Me Valentine’s Breakfast @ Tasty Biscuit | Monday (2/16) at 8:00 AM – Who says Valentine’s is just for couples? Treat your mini to a themed breakfast date with a set menu, coffee, and kid-friendly mocktails, plus games and prizes. $45 covers one adult and one child, extras welcome, so reserve ahead and skip the hangry.
🌈 RainBrew Rendezvous @ Foreign Exchange Brewing Co. | Monday (2/16) at 6:00 PM – Third Mondays are for RainBrew at Foreign Exchange, a queer-safe hangout with good bites, better beers, and the kind of conversation that actually beats scrolling. Come as you are, meet some new faces, and let Aurora feel a little smaller, in the best way.
🌹 Van Gogh’s Roses and Peonies @ Pinot’s Palette | Monday (2/16) at 7:00 PM – Think your inner Van Gogh can behave with a glass of cab? Paint roses and peonies at a Naperville studio, sip something decent, and pretend the brushstrokes are intentional. It is low pressure, high laughs, and way more fun than reorganizing the garage.
🔭 Astronomy Fundamentals @ Grace United Methodist Church | Tuesday (2/17) at 7:30 PM – Clear skies call for smarter stargazing, not another wobbly tripod. New or upgrading, this intro to telescope and binocular mounts covers what to buy, what to skip, and a peek at exotic rigs, with advice from an NAA regular. Save your neck and your wallet.
🀄 Beginner American Mahjong Workshop, Paint and Sip @ Pinot’s Palette | Wednesday (2/18) at 6:30 PM – Kick off with a quick cherry blossom paint and sip, then learn American Mahjong from a patient pro, and jump into a guided game. Beginner friendly, all supplies included, drinks at the bar, and zero pressure to already know your jokers from your dragons.
🎭 Shakespeare and Stardust: The Romance of Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier @ Naperville Public Library – 95th Street Library | Thursday (2/19) at 1:00 PM – Whether you can quote Hamlet or just know Scarlett O’Hara, this talk dives into Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier’s dazzling work, messy love, and lasting myth. Film historian Dr. Annette Bochenek brings photos, clips, and captivating stories. Consider it cultured gossip, with proof.
🧩 Puzzle Swap @ Naperville Public Library – Naper Blvd. Library | Friday (2/20) at 2:30 PM – Finally admit that 2,000-piece photomosaic is not happening, and trade it for something friendlier at a neighborhood puzzle swap. Bring new or gently used puzzles in good condition, leave with a new-to-you challenge, and reclaim your coffee table, maybe your sanity.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Naperville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 62°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 59 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Patchy fog after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 57°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 4%
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 57. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Rain showers likely before 3am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
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Fully remodeled Cress Creek two-story on a wide 110-foot lot with a circular drive. Four or five bedrooms, two full and two half baths. Highlights include chef’s kitchen with coffee bar, a dining room wine closet behind glass, coffered family room with wet bar, vaulted first-floor flex suite with private entry, and District 203 convenience near Downtown Naperville.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we genuinely think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week:
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